Lutfar Rana | Building Materials | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Lutfar Rana | Building Materials | Best Researcher Award

Asst.Prof | Bangladesh Army International University of science and Technology | Bangladesh

Md. Lutfar Rahman Talukder Rana has established a growing research portfolio in Civil and Structural Engineering, focusing primarily on sustainable materials, structural resilience, and innovative concrete technologies. His professional journey as an Assistant Professor and former Head of Department reflects his expertise in managing academic and research initiatives while guiding engineering projects with real-world impact. His research projects revolve around recycled materials in construction, particularly examining the fresh and mechanical properties of concrete incorporating recycled waste glass and brick aggregates. He has contributed to high-impact Q1 journals such as Journal of Building Engineering and Construction & Building Materials, with notable studies addressing the behavior of recycled concrete, fire-damaged reinforced columns, and ferrocement strengthening techniques. Rana has also participated in international conferences, presenting work on sustainable development within civil engineering, demonstrating a consistent commitment to environmental consciousness in infrastructure development. His professional experience extends to organizing seminars like “Seismic Detailing of Reinforced Concrete Structures,” emphasizing his engagement in knowledge dissemination and technical skill development. His research interest lies in developing eco-friendly, high-performance building materials, structural retrofitting, and seismic design strategies that enhance durability and sustainability. His collaborative work with experts from BUET and MIST further supports his interdisciplinary approach and pursuit of innovation. With growing recognition, as indicated by his ResearchGate citation count (45) and continued publication in reputed outlets, Rana is contributing meaningfully to the advancement of structural and materials engineering. His future endeavors aim to optimize the integration of recycled components in concrete and explore advanced composite materials to meet global sustainability goals in the construction industry.

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Featured Publications:
Effect of waste glass on the flexural response of reinforced concrete beams containing recycled brick aggregate. Cleaner Materials.

Loannis Christodoulou | Materials Science and Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Loannis Christodoulou | Materials Science and Engineering | Best Researcher Award

PhD Candidate | National Technical University of Athens | Greece

Mr. Ioannis Christodoulou’s research activities encompass advanced studies in manufacturing technologies, additive manufacturing, and the mechanical behavior of composite materials. His current work as a researcher in the national AMOS Project focuses on the development and experimental evaluation of auxetic lattice structures designed for biomedical implants, emphasizing mechanical adaptability and biocompatibility. He has significant project experience in the modeling and optimization of high-deposition-rate 3D printing processes for amorphous materials, supported by competitive research funding. His applied engineering expertise extends to projects such as digitalizing hospital operation rooms, developing smart urban infrastructure like automated VR benches, and designing precision mechanical systems such as fabric tape winding mechanisms. His research interests lie in additive manufacturing, rapid prototyping, finite element analysis, and mechanical design automation. Christodoulou has contributed to multiple peer-reviewed publications on Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF), exploring surface roughness, geometrical accuracy, and mechanical properties of composite filaments like Nylon-Carbon Fiber and ABS-Kevlar. His investigations integrate experimental work with computational modeling, reflecting a strong commitment to improving the efficiency and performance of 3D printing systems. In parallel, his professional experience includes roles in mechanical design and optimization across industries such as interior engineering and elevator manufacturing, where he implemented CAD-based automation to enhance production workflows. He has presented his findings at numerous international conferences and has been recognized with distinctions including first place in the NASA Space Apps Challenge and the NTUA Student Innovative Paper Award. His continuing research aims to expand the practical capabilities of additive manufacturing for industrial and medical applications, promoting sustainable innovation and precision in material processing and design engineering.

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Featured Publications:

  • Alexopoulou, V. E., Christodoulou, I. T., & Markopoulos, A. P. (2022). Effect of printing speed and layer height on geometrical accuracy of FDM-printed resolution holes of PETG artifacts. Engineering Proceedings, 24(1), 11.

  • Christodoulou, I. T., Alexopoulou, V. E., Karkalos, N. E., Papazoglou, E. L., & Markopoulos, A. P. (2022). On the surface roughness of 3D printed parts with FDM by a low-budget commercial printer. Cutting & Tools in Technological System, 52–64.

  • Christodoulou, I. T., Alexopoulou, V. E., & Markopoulos, A. P. (2024). An experimental investigation of the mechanical properties of fused filament fabricated nylon-carbon fiber composites. Cutting & Tools in Technological System, 148–167.

  • Alexopoulou, V. E., Christodoulou, I. T., & Markopoulos, A. P. (2024). Investigation of printing speed impact on the printing accuracy of fused filament fabrication (FFF) ABS artefacts. Manufacturing Technology, 24, 333–337.

  • Christodoulou, I., Alexopoulou, V., & Markopoulos, A. P. (2023). Study and development of a high-speed fused filament fabrication 3D printer. In 2023 8th South-East Europe Design Automation, Computer Engineering, Computer Applications Conference (SEE-Conference).